What grades does Paducah Tilghman High School serve?

Paducah Tilghman High School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the Paducah area.

Where is Paducah Tilghman High School located?

Paducah Tilghman High School is a urban school in Paducah, KY.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Paducah Tilghman High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Paducah Tilghman High School is 15:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Paducah, KY?

Schools in Paducah include Paducah Tilghman High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Paducah area.

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Paducah Tilghman High School — School Calendar 2026-27

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Paducah, KY 42003

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

840

Student:Teacher

15:1

Locale

Urban

District

Paducah Independent

Econ. Disadvantaged

59.0%

Phone

(270)444-5650

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

40-44%

Math Proficiency

20-24%

Graduation Rate

83%

Chronic Absenteeism

14.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

18 courses offered

154 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

134 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

35 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

257 test takers

Athletics

4 sports, 9 teams

535 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.9:1

Near average in KY

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

968

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

89% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$15,048

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,744

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$23,204

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 39%State 36%Local 25%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$170,362

+1.0% 1yr+32.5% 5yr

Paducah, KY metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

26.7%

Below 150% poverty line

3.5%

Unemployment rate

5.9%

Uninsured residents

7.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

394

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

342

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

41%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Speech/Language Impairment

108 (32%)

Intellectual Disability

68 (20%)

Other Health Impairment

40 (12%)

Autism

36 (11%)

Specific Learning Disability

33 (10%)

Emotional Disturbance

5 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

860

Current enrollment

Stable(+1% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Aug 17, 2026

Board of Education Regular Meeting

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Mon, Aug 24, 2026

August SBDM Meeting

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Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 14, 2026	September SBDM Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Board of Education Regular Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Board of Education Regular Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	Mother and Son Dance 💙 Mother & Son Dance!Join us for a special evening of fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories at McNabb’s Mother & Son Dance. Dress up, dance the night away, and celebrate this wonderful bond! 💃🕺	Event	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	Mother and Son Dance 💙 Mother & Son Dance!Join us for a special evening of fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories at McNabb’s Mother & Son Dance. Dress up, dance the night away, and celebrate this wonderful bond! 💃🕺	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	October SBDM Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Board of Education Regular Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	McNabb Fall Book Fair 📚 McNabb Fall Book Fair!Discover new adventures and spark a love of reading at our Fall Book Fair! Join us as we celebrate books and help build lifelong readers. 🍁📖	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Board of Education Regular Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	McNabb Fall Book Fair 📚 McNabb Fall Book Fair!Discover new adventures and spark a love of reading at our Fall Book Fair! Join us as we celebrate books and help build lifelong readers. 🍁📖	Event	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	Lead Night 🌟 Lead Night!Join us for an exciting evening of student-led conferences, report card pickup, heart health family fun, and valuable community resources. Don’t miss this chance to connect and celebrate our young leaders and thinkers! 💙	Event	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	Lead Night 🌟 Lead Night!Join us for an exciting evening of student-led conferences, report card pickup, heart health family fun, and valuable community resources. Don’t miss this chance to connect and celebrate our young leaders and thinkers! 💙	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veteran's Day Breakfast Honoring Our Veterans!McNabb is proud to honor the brave veterans in our community with a special breakfast celebrating their service, sacrifice, and dedication to our country. ❤️RSVP required for veterans of McNabb students only.We look forward to sharing this meaningful time of gratitude together.	Break	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veteran's Day Breakfast Honoring Our Veterans!McNabb is proud to honor the brave veterans in our community with a special breakfast celebrating their service, sacrifice, and dedication to our country. ❤️RSVP required for veterans of McNabb students only.We look forward to sharing this meaningful time of gratitude together.	Break	—
Mon, Nov 16, 2026	Board of Education Regular Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Nov 16, 2026	Board of Education Regular Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	Board of Education Regular Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	Dec. SBDM Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	Board of Education Regular Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Jan 11, 2027	Jan. SBDM Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Jan 11, 2027	Jan. SBDM Meeting	Event	—